A toxic yellow pigment produced by certain fungi (like Penicillium species) that can contaminate grain and other crops.
From 'citrin-' (yellow, relating to citrine) plus '-in' (chemical compound suffix). Named for its yellow color and fungal origin as a secondary metabolite.
Citrinin is a hidden danger in agriculture—invisible fungal toxins can contaminate food crops and cause kidney damage, which is why food safety testing for mycotoxins is so critical.
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